But how are veg boxes doing now? To explain all, this week national veg box scheme Abel & Cole is appearing in our You ask, they answer series to answer the big questions on local food, seasonal sourcing and exactly how you cook black salsify.

Whatever you want to know about box schemes, the farmers they support and the produce they supply, here's your chance - just post your questions below and every day Abel & Cole will post its answers.

Wondering how much of your fruit and veg box is actually sourced in the UK? Whether farmers genuinely get a better deal from box schemes than supermarkets? Or are you in search of advice to help you cook the mystery knobbly vegetables in your box?